La Confederación Nacional de Pymes (CONPYMES), led by its president José María Torres, participates until April 17 in a strategic trade mission in ArmeniaThe aim is to strengthen bilateral ties and open new business opportunities for Spanish small and medium-sized enterprises in the Caucasus.
The Spanish delegation, made up of fifteen businesspeople, is coordinated by the section España Armenia from the Cámara de Comercio Internacional (CCIThis initiative seeks to consolidate the presence of national companies in a market that, although still incipient in volume, EspañaIt exhibits a very dynamic economic evolution and an accelerated modernization process.
Economic growth and sectoral opportunities in the Caucasus
The economy of Armenia has shown remarkable resilience and expansion capacity in recent years, registering increases in its Gross Domestic Product of the 5,9% in 2024 and the 4,8% in 2025With a productive fabric based on agriculture and industry, the country is currently immersed in a phase of technical modernization where technology and the innovative capacity of Spanish SMEs can play a decisive role.
Despite the fact that Spanish exports to Armenia They experienced exceptional growth of 102% during the year 2025, the total volume remains small. José María Torres, President of CONPYMESHe pointed out that these figures still do not exceed 6 millones de eurosconcentrating on very specific sectors with low diversification.
However, the representative of the employers' association that groups more than 2,1 million SMEs and self-employed workers en España He highlighted the positive results obtained in specific niches:
- Jewelry: Established as one of the sectors with the best previous experiences.
- Furniture: With increasing demand due to the modernization of Armenian infrastructure.
- Textile: A sector where the Spanish brand enjoys recognition.
- Technological innovation: Opportunities in the country's industrial digitization process.
Key facts about the Spain-Armenia trade relationship
The following details the key figures that frame this trade mission and the economic context of the destination country:
| Indicator / Concept | Data / Value |
|---|---|
| Armenia's GDP growth (2024) | 5,9 % |
| Armenia's GDP growth (2025) | 4,8 % |
| Increase in Spanish exports (2025) | 102 % |
| Total value of Spanish exports (2025) | Less than 6 million euros |
| Representativeness of CONPYMES | 2,1 million SMEs and self-employed workers |
Institutional and business agenda in Yerevan
During the stay in the capital, ErevánThe Spanish delegation will maintain a high-level agenda that includes the holding of a Spanish-Armenian Business ForumThe event is organized in collaboration with Embajada de Armenia en España and Embajada de España en Ereván.
Spanish businesspeople will also visit the TUMO Center for Creative Technologies and will establish direct contacts with authorities of Gobierno and the Parlamento Armenian. According to what has been indicated José María TorresThe current challenge is to "open new markets and make it easier for Armenian companies to find their way in España«, fostering a two-way commercial exchange necessary for the stability of international business.
Key points and frequently asked questions about the mission in Armenia
What is CONPYMES' main objective on this journey?
The objective is to increase bilateral trade relations, diversify Spanish exports, which are currently limited, and take advantage of the ongoing industrial modernization process. Armenia.
Which sectors have the greatest business potential?
Although jewelry, furniture and textiles currently stand out, the mission seeks to open opportunities in higher value-added sectors such as technology, innovation and industrial equipment.
How has Armenia's economy evolved recently?
The Armenian economy has shown strong growth, with an increase of 5,9% in 2024 and 4,8% in 2025, making it an attractive destination for investment and foreign trade for SMEs.
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